Senior Care of Onion Creek, located in Austin, Texas, is a nursing home facility certified by Medicare and Medicaid, participating in Medicare since February 16, 2011. This facility provides a range of care services designed to meet the complex needs of its 103 current occupants. Among the services offered are clubs and community activities that aim to engage residents socially and intellectually. For therapeutic and medical support, the facility offers speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy to assist residents in maintaining and improving their physical health and communication abilities. Certified nurses are available to provide essential health care and support, while specialized services such as wound care, podiatry, pain management, dialysis, and hospice care cater to specific medical needs. Additionally, residents have access to dental care and memory care services aimed at addressing cognitive impairments.
Amenities at Senior Care of Onion Creek include a barber and beauty salon for personal grooming and a laundry and dry-cleaning service for convenience. The facility also emphasizes resident and family involvement through the provision of resident and family counseling. Despite these offerings, reviews indicate that experiences at the facility can vary significantly. Some residents and family members appreciate the facility's clean environment, friendly and compassionate staff, and the high standard of therapy services. They have highlighted particular staff members for their dedication and kindness. On the other hand, some reviews express concerns about inadequate assistance for non-mobile residents, insufficient communication between staff and families, and inconsistent cleanliness and staffing levels. While certain reviewers have praised the facility's COVID-19 precautions and operational diligence, others have noted lapses in care plans and organization. These varied experiences suggest that the quality of care may depend largely on the individual interactions with personnel.
Costs at this community start at $6,894 and range up to $7,011. The average price in the community is $6,952, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,085. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.